Physician Assistant PA Orthopedics for Naval Medical Center

MDPerm • Portsmouth, VA

39d • Onsite

About The Position

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) is seeking an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to support the Orthopedics Department at NMCP
This is an on-site civilian position providing comprehensive musculoskeletal and orthopedic care to active-duty service members and eligible beneficiaries in a military treatment facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program
• Completion of an Orthopedic PA fellowship or residency OR Minimum of 2 years of full-time orthopedic PA experience within the past 3 years
• Current NCCPA certification
• Active, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in any state

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions
• Manage acute and chronic orthopedic issues, including: Sprains, strains, contusions, and sports-related injuries
• Acute and chronic back and neck pain
• Nonsurgical musculoskeletal disorders (e.g., rheumatic and collagen diseases, foot disorders)
• Peripheral nerve and neuromuscular conditions
• Chronic pain management and injury rehabilitation
• Functional capacity testing and assessments
• Perform orthopedic pre-, intra-, and post-operative duties, including: Pre-admission evaluations and patient work-ups
• Assisting with surgical setup, positioning, and sterile preparation
• First and second assist during orthopedic procedures (suturing, wound closure, splinting, casting)
• Post-operative care, including dressing changes, suture removal, and routine wound care
• Participate in daily rounds and review laboratory results, imaging, and diagnostic studies
• Document patient encounters, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the EMR
• Initiate admission, transfer, and discharge orders under the supervising physician's review
• Respond to orthopedic consults and assist with electronic referral reviews
• Carry a rotating departmental pager during normal duty hours (no after-hours or on-call)
• Prescribe medications in accordance with the MTF formulary, as authorized

Benefits

• Practice in a highly structured, team-based orthopedic setting
• Support the health and readiness of U.S. service members
• Long-term, stable federal environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level